Alexandria has a long and storied past. Founded as a colonial tobacco port by English and Scottish merchants in 1749, the city prospered. It became the social and economic center of Northern Virginia and the upper Potomac region. When the nation's capital was established in 1791, Alexandria became a part of the District of Columbia. In 1833, a canal intended to increase trade and revenue nearly bankrupted the city. By the time Alexandria retroceded to Virginia in 1847, it had lost its standing among maritime cities on the Eastern Seaboard. Notable residents have included politicians and military heroes, such as George Washington, Robert E. Lee, and Gerald R. Ford, as well as cultural icons Willard Scott and Jim Morrison. Today's Alexandria includes descendants of free and enslaved African Americans and the progeny of 18th- and 19th-century European immigrants who have joined with "new" Americans to create vibrant 21st-century communities.

Alexandria (Images of America)

Arts & Photography

Anderson, Leslie

Combs, George K.

Downie, Julia M.

Photography & Video

Arcadia Publishing

Story of Wool Industries Research Association

Hyperion Books

Summer Stories features a delightful series of paintings by Maine artist Leslie Anderson along with a dozen short stories inspired by these paintings. Anderson's works capture people and events characteristic of a summer in Maine-for example, Hauling Buoys, Fair Night, Clammer, Hay Day, and Last Night at the Lake. The accompanying stories, by ten acclaimed and award-winning Maine writers, animate the paintings, revealing and honoring the genuine uniqueness of a summer in Maine. There is tenderness and warmth, but also danger and torment, and throughout, an experience of the qualities that make Maine what it is-resourcefulness, determination, strength, and independence. If you know Maine, you may find yourself in one of these paintings or stories; if you've never been to Maine, this book will excite your imagination and make you want to visit Maine to craft your own summer story. Short stories in this book are by Maine writers Mary Lou Bagley, Nancy L. Brown, Meredith Nash Fossel, Claire Guyton, Kathryn Hall, David Karraker, Catherine J. S. Lee, Laura Levenson, John B. Nichols, Jr., and Anna Noyes

Summer Stories

Individual Artists

Shanti Arts LLC

A personal diary of 15 years of being a female chauffeur in a male dominated industry. This book will tell you what really happens in the back of a limo. Who's behind those tinted windows? Come along for the ride and take a front row seat to hilarious stories of living large in a limousine. Taken place in the Twin Cities metro area.

Tales of a Female Limo Driver

Humor & Entertainment

lulu.com

Alexandria has a long and storied past. Founded as a colonial tobacco port by English and Scottish merchants in 1749, the city prospered. It became the social and economic center of Northern Virginia and the upper Potomac region. When the nation's capital was established in 1791, Alexandria became a part of the District of Columbia. In 1833, a canal intended to increase trade and revenue nearly bankrupted the city. By the time Alexandria retroceded to Virginia in 1847, it had lost its standing among maritime cities on the Eastern Seaboard. Notable residents have included politicians and military heroes, such as George Washington, Robert E. Lee, and Gerald R. Ford, as well as cultural icons Willard Scott and Jim Morrison. Today's Alexandria includes descendants of free and enslaved African Americans and the progeny of 18th- and 19th-century European immigrants who have joined with "new" Americans to create vibrant 21st-century communities.

Alexandria

History

Americas

Arcadia Publishing Library Editions

A story of a woman's battle with Multiple Myeloma. A rare, incurable cancer of the plasma cells that affects the bones. Leslie discovered she was afflicted with this rare form of cancer a week before she was to retire. Pain, fear, and doubt accompany her daily struggle as she faces cancer treatment and her mortality. This story focuses on her battle against the deadly disease and her newfound faith in herself and God.

Under Construction: My Breakthrough with Multiple Myeloma

Biographies & Memoirs

Professionals & Academics

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